Clinical Training:  Functional GI Disorders

Drs.  Lin Chang, Kevin W. Olden, and William D. Chey

Discuss the role genetics and environment on the development of IBS; Explain the various genetic polymorphisms that have been studies and how they potentially affect the development of IBS; Recognize the role of psychologic and behavioral therapy in the treatment of FGID; Discuss the assessment of a patient with FGID; and Describe the role of diet and medical treatment in IBS.